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Overview

The AutoCAD Essentials ROA program applies AutoCAD
® computer applications, as well as drafting and 3D graphic presentation, with the
design skills used in the preparation of architectural, engineering, and construction projects.

This program is designed to teach the necessary AutoCAD
® drafting applications found in the industry, particularly within the
architectural/engineering field. It will provide students with a full scope of the various AutoCAD
® applications, from introductory- to advanced-level knowledge, architectural drawing,
3D modeling, as well as drafting conventions and standards.

Courses also may be taken individually for skill enhancement.

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Entry Requirements

Students must have:

Experience with Windows PC Operating System.

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Curriculum

This course is an introduction to 2D AutoCAD, in which students learn basic AutoCAD fundamentals, including basic draw and modify commands, drawing setup procedures, layer setup, dimensioning, and plotting. Students gain hands-on experience using AutoCAD's drafting tools.

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ATC211

Auto CAD 2018 - Advanced

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Prerequisite(s):

ATC111 or an introductory AutoCAD course or industry equivalent experience

This course is the advanced 2D AutoCAD, in which students continue their drafting techniques with such features as annotation scaling, hatching, blocks, attributes, tables and external references. Students draw complex objects and gain hands-on experience using AutoCAD's advanced drafting methods.

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ATC362

Auto CAD 2018 - 3D Modelling - Fundamentals

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Prerequisite(s):

ATC111 or an Introductory AutoCAD course or equivalent industrial experience

In this course students develop work flows and learn concepts for creating and editing solid and surface models with AutoCAD. Based on floor plans and detailed CAD drawings, students create basic 3D models, concentrating on objects and small residential

In this course the students continue their 3D modeling at a more advanced level, including complex lighting, rendering and custom textures. Students will focus on interior scenes and large scale modeling and rendering, as well as, custom object creation.

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Program Outcomes

The objective of AutoCAD Essentials ROA is to introduce students with a complete overview of the
AutoCAD
® program from introductory to advanced methods in 2D and 3D environments and concepts.
Upon completion of the program, the student will be able to:

Use the AutoCAD
® program to draw a variety of complex plans and drawings.

Completion

Recognition of Achievement

Upon successful completion of the program requirements, please submit a
Request for Recognition of Achievement Form to the
Faculty of Continuing Education and Training. There is no cost for this and your Recognition of
Achievement will be mailed to you.